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I found this article from September, but it has a pretty good list of assistant coaches who could make the jump. Who else would you like to see get a chance to interview for the coaching job if/when Fisher is fired.
The short list
Josh McDaniels, offensive coordinator, New England Patriots:At this point, the situation is more about McDaniels finding the right opportunity (and having the time to interview). After his stint as the head coach in Denver (he went 11-17 in 2009 and 2010), perspective is everything. He has an excellent situation in New England right now, but he is likely looking for a place where the golden trio -- quarterback, ownership and general manager -- line up to his liking.
Sean McDermott, defensive coordinator, Carolina Panthers: Had the Panthers not been white hot last season, this probably would have been a done deal already. Interview time was at a premium, and the architect of one of the NFL's best defenses simply got swallowed up in the hysteria of Carolina's run to Super Bowl 50. Few can blame him, but plenty will line up to interview him.
Harold Goodwin, offensive coordinator, Arizona Cardinals: It took people around the NFL long enough to start listening to Cardinals head coach Bruce Arians -- but now that he has our attention, he's not letting go. There will be considerably less buzz surrounding Goodwin because he doesn't have an agent and deflects the spotlight, but Arians is already taking steps to ensure that all eyes are on this talented coordinator.
If all goes well
Coordinators who, with continued success, will be heavy favorites to interview.
Kyle Shanahan, offensive coordinator, Atlanta Falcons:Sometimes, the owners in decision-making positions can be as knee-jerk as the fans who fill their stadiums. Shanahan managed to install an eye-opening offense in three different previous locations, but a cold streak to end the 2015 season also curbed his chances of making an impression. If the Falcons return to the playoffs, Shanahan could find himself running his own team.
Paul Guenther, defensive coordinator, Cincinnati Bengals: While the Bengals have yet to win a playoff game in 14 years under Marvin Lewis, his coaching tree piques serious interest. Former offensive coordinator Hue Jackson is already installing a sweeping culture change in Cleveland, while the man he succeeded in Cincinnati, Jay Gruden, led Washington to an NFC East title last season. Meanwhile, former defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer has been a game changer in Minnesota, winning 11 games in his second year at the helm. Guenther, who has been with Cincinnati since 2005 and has interviewed for head-coaching vacancies in the past, will have plenty of eyes on him, so long as the Bengals turn in another solid defensive effort in 2016.
Teryl Austin, defensive coordinator, Detroit Lions: Austin was everywhere last offseason, riding the carousel through almost all of the big openings before winding up back in Detroit. Of the four interviews he took in early 2016, he felt he could have landed two of the jobs. If Detroit's defense settles down after taking a step back without Ndamukong Suh in 2015, he will have more chances.
Matt Patricia, defensive coordinator, New England Patriots: The fear over hiring Bill Belichick disciples is dying down, which is why Patricia made the rounds last season and landed an interview with the Cleveland Browns. The word you most commonly hear associated with Patricia is "brilliant," and not just when it comes to the defenses he calls.
Edgar Bennett, offensive coordinator, Green Bay Packers:Those concerned with offensive coordinators in Green Bay -- Mike McCarthy calls the plays -- will be keeping an eye on fast-rising coach Ben McAdoo, a long-time McCarthy assistant who became the Giants' offensive coordinator in 2014 before taking the top job in New York this season. But Bennett is viewed by some as a better head-coaching candidate, motivator and CEO than coordinator, which is why he should find himself on the interview circuit this year if Green Bay has a big season.
Darrell Bevell, offensive coordinator, Seattle Seahawks: Bevell might be remembered for one play call and how he handled it afterward, but the Seahawks are primed to have a top-three offense in 2016. If Bevell can unleash the full potential of this unit, we'll time-travel back to 2013, when owners were begging Seahawks coordinators to take their money.
Names that could get trendy in a hurry
Anthony Lynn, assistant head coach and running game coordinator, Buffalo Bills: Lynn has been ahead of the curve in terms of offensive creativity for a few years now and is getting the chance to see his ideas implemented in Buffalo. If the Bills' offense can take another step forward on the shoulders of quarterback Tyrod Taylor and running back LeSean McCoy, Lynn should find his name in the mix. Lynn previously interviewed for gigs in Miami, Jacksonville, San Francisco and more.
Sean McVay, offensive coordinator, Washington Redskins: McVay is getting a reputation for being more like Jon Gruden than his current boss -- Jon's brother, Jay. If he gets a head-coaching job next January, the 30-year-old would be roughly a year younger than Lane Kiffin was in 2007 when, at 31 years and eight months, the Raiders made him the youngest head coach in NFL history. Teams have become more open-minded about hiring older coaches of late, which means McVay might have to wait another year or two. However, if Kirk Cousins throws the air out of the football again this year, that ascension could speed up a bit.
Vance Joseph, defensive coordinator, Miami Dolphins: Joseph is a coach's coach and has energized the players down in Miami. With a star-studded lineup at his disposal, we could see Joseph's name elevate faster than anyone on the list.
Jim Bob Cooter, offensive coordinator, Detroit Lions: Cooter could end up being a buzzed-about name if Matthew Stafford enjoys a big season in Detroit. His influence on Jim Caldwell's offense has been significant thus far, and being attached to the Peyton Manning name and branddoesn't hurt. Cooter also has ties to Miami Dolphins head coach Adam Gase, who could end up developing quite the coaching tree of his own in Miami.
The short list
Josh McDaniels, offensive coordinator, New England Patriots:At this point, the situation is more about McDaniels finding the right opportunity (and having the time to interview). After his stint as the head coach in Denver (he went 11-17 in 2009 and 2010), perspective is everything. He has an excellent situation in New England right now, but he is likely looking for a place where the golden trio -- quarterback, ownership and general manager -- line up to his liking.
Sean McDermott, defensive coordinator, Carolina Panthers: Had the Panthers not been white hot last season, this probably would have been a done deal already. Interview time was at a premium, and the architect of one of the NFL's best defenses simply got swallowed up in the hysteria of Carolina's run to Super Bowl 50. Few can blame him, but plenty will line up to interview him.
Harold Goodwin, offensive coordinator, Arizona Cardinals: It took people around the NFL long enough to start listening to Cardinals head coach Bruce Arians -- but now that he has our attention, he's not letting go. There will be considerably less buzz surrounding Goodwin because he doesn't have an agent and deflects the spotlight, but Arians is already taking steps to ensure that all eyes are on this talented coordinator.
If all goes well
Coordinators who, with continued success, will be heavy favorites to interview.
Kyle Shanahan, offensive coordinator, Atlanta Falcons:Sometimes, the owners in decision-making positions can be as knee-jerk as the fans who fill their stadiums. Shanahan managed to install an eye-opening offense in three different previous locations, but a cold streak to end the 2015 season also curbed his chances of making an impression. If the Falcons return to the playoffs, Shanahan could find himself running his own team.
Paul Guenther, defensive coordinator, Cincinnati Bengals: While the Bengals have yet to win a playoff game in 14 years under Marvin Lewis, his coaching tree piques serious interest. Former offensive coordinator Hue Jackson is already installing a sweeping culture change in Cleveland, while the man he succeeded in Cincinnati, Jay Gruden, led Washington to an NFC East title last season. Meanwhile, former defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer has been a game changer in Minnesota, winning 11 games in his second year at the helm. Guenther, who has been with Cincinnati since 2005 and has interviewed for head-coaching vacancies in the past, will have plenty of eyes on him, so long as the Bengals turn in another solid defensive effort in 2016.
Teryl Austin, defensive coordinator, Detroit Lions: Austin was everywhere last offseason, riding the carousel through almost all of the big openings before winding up back in Detroit. Of the four interviews he took in early 2016, he felt he could have landed two of the jobs. If Detroit's defense settles down after taking a step back without Ndamukong Suh in 2015, he will have more chances.
Matt Patricia, defensive coordinator, New England Patriots: The fear over hiring Bill Belichick disciples is dying down, which is why Patricia made the rounds last season and landed an interview with the Cleveland Browns. The word you most commonly hear associated with Patricia is "brilliant," and not just when it comes to the defenses he calls.
Edgar Bennett, offensive coordinator, Green Bay Packers:Those concerned with offensive coordinators in Green Bay -- Mike McCarthy calls the plays -- will be keeping an eye on fast-rising coach Ben McAdoo, a long-time McCarthy assistant who became the Giants' offensive coordinator in 2014 before taking the top job in New York this season. But Bennett is viewed by some as a better head-coaching candidate, motivator and CEO than coordinator, which is why he should find himself on the interview circuit this year if Green Bay has a big season.
Darrell Bevell, offensive coordinator, Seattle Seahawks: Bevell might be remembered for one play call and how he handled it afterward, but the Seahawks are primed to have a top-three offense in 2016. If Bevell can unleash the full potential of this unit, we'll time-travel back to 2013, when owners were begging Seahawks coordinators to take their money.
Names that could get trendy in a hurry
Anthony Lynn, assistant head coach and running game coordinator, Buffalo Bills: Lynn has been ahead of the curve in terms of offensive creativity for a few years now and is getting the chance to see his ideas implemented in Buffalo. If the Bills' offense can take another step forward on the shoulders of quarterback Tyrod Taylor and running back LeSean McCoy, Lynn should find his name in the mix. Lynn previously interviewed for gigs in Miami, Jacksonville, San Francisco and more.
Sean McVay, offensive coordinator, Washington Redskins: McVay is getting a reputation for being more like Jon Gruden than his current boss -- Jon's brother, Jay. If he gets a head-coaching job next January, the 30-year-old would be roughly a year younger than Lane Kiffin was in 2007 when, at 31 years and eight months, the Raiders made him the youngest head coach in NFL history. Teams have become more open-minded about hiring older coaches of late, which means McVay might have to wait another year or two. However, if Kirk Cousins throws the air out of the football again this year, that ascension could speed up a bit.
Vance Joseph, defensive coordinator, Miami Dolphins: Joseph is a coach's coach and has energized the players down in Miami. With a star-studded lineup at his disposal, we could see Joseph's name elevate faster than anyone on the list.
Jim Bob Cooter, offensive coordinator, Detroit Lions: Cooter could end up being a buzzed-about name if Matthew Stafford enjoys a big season in Detroit. His influence on Jim Caldwell's offense has been significant thus far, and being attached to the Peyton Manning name and branddoesn't hurt. Cooter also has ties to Miami Dolphins head coach Adam Gase, who could end up developing quite the coaching tree of his own in Miami.
